2018 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited vs 2021 Tesla Model S
Which is bigger, the 2018 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited or 2021 Tesla Model S?
Key dimensions: length, width, height
At 23.6 cm shorter, the 2018 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited could be the nimbler choice for city drivers compared to the 2021 Tesla Model S. You might notice the 11.2 cm width difference when parking; the 2021 Tesla Model S leaves a little less margin for error in the bay compared to the 2018 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited. The difference in height is dramatic, with the 2018 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited standing 43.8 cm taller than the 2021 Tesla Model S. There is a vast world of difference here; the 2018 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited has 12.9 cm more clearance than the 2021 Tesla Model S. The 2018 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited features a 4.8 cm longer wheelbase, a marginal difference that won't significantly change the turning circle.
Measurements
Length
478.5 cm
502.1 cm (+23.6)
Height
186.8 cm (+43.8)
143 cm
Width (excluding mirrors)
187.5 cm
198.7 cm (+11.2)
Width (including mirrors)
N/A (+12.9)
218.9 cm
Ground clearance
24.6 cm (+4.8)
11.7 cm
Wheelbase
300.8 cm
296 cm (+1)
How each car compares with its class average
Length
478.5 cm
16.9 cm shorter than the average SUV
502.1 cm
29.2 cm longer than the average Sedan
Height
186.8 cm
3.3 cm shorter than the average SUV
143 cm
2.8 cm shorter than the average Sedan
Width (excluding mirrors)
187.5 cm
8.2 cm narrower than the average SUV
198.7 cm
15.7 cm wider than the average Sedan
Width (including mirrors)
N/A
218.9 cm
13.3 cm wider than the average Sedan
Ground clearance
24.6 cm
2.1 cm more ground clearance than the average SUV
11.7 cm
2.3 cm less ground clearance than the average Sedan
Wheelbase
300.8 cm
10.7 cm longer wheelbase than the average SUV
296 cm
17.9 cm longer wheelbase than the average Sedan
Front view
Cargo Capacity: which has more space?
Standard and largest cargo capacity
Whether seats are up or down, the 2018 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited wins, offering a significant 189 L and a large 311 L (SAE) lead.
Measurements
Standard cargo capacity (SAE)
The standard cargo capacity using SAE, the method commonly used in the US.
This is the manufacturer's normal published figure; it does not imply a particular seat configuration.
898 L (+189)
709 L
Largest cargo capacity (SAE)
The largest cargo capacity using SAE, the method commonly used in the US.
If only one SAE figure is published, the standard and largest values are the same.
2,050 L (+311)
1,739 L
Frunk capacity
N/A
89 L
Cargo space vs length
This DriveSize metric divides blended cargo volume by overall vehicle length.
Blended cargo uses 65% of the standard figure and 35% of the largest figure, using VDA where available and SAE otherwise.
271.9 L per m (+58.9)
213 L per m
Cargo space vs footprint
This DriveSize metric divides blended cargo volume by footprint.
Blended cargo uses 65% of the standard figure and 35% of the largest figure, using VDA where available and SAE otherwise.
It helps show how efficiently a car turns exterior area into usable cargo space.
145 L per m² (+37.8)
107.2 L per m²
How each car compares with its class average
Standard cargo capacity (SAE)
The standard cargo capacity using SAE, the method commonly used in the US.
This is the manufacturer's normal published figure; it does not imply a particular seat configuration.
898 L
143 L more cargo volume than the average SUV
709 L
313 L more cargo volume than the average Sedan
Largest cargo capacity (SAE)
The largest cargo capacity using SAE, the method commonly used in the US.
If only one SAE figure is published, the standard and largest values are the same.
2,050 L
688 L less cargo volume than the average SUV
1,739 L
Class benchmark unavailable.
DriveSize space efficiency score
DriveSize space efficiency compares blended cargo volume per square meter of footprint with the class average.
Blended cargo uses 65% of the standard figure and 35% of the largest figure within the selected cargo measurement method.
VDA scores compare with VDA class averages, and SAE scores compare with SAE class averages. Around 100% means in line with class average.
105%
SAE: above class average (+5%)
Rear view
Details
Doors, seats, weight, maneuverability
Both the 2018 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited and 2021 Tesla Model S come with a 4-door setup, providing identical passenger access. In terms of passenger capacity, there is no difference here, with both vehicles providing a maximum of 5 seats. The 2021 Tesla Model S needs only a whisker more room to U-turn at 0.3 m wider, a difference you’d rarely notice in daily driving. At 163 kg lighter, the 2018 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited is likely the more fun and engaging car to drive out of the two.
Measurements
Doors
4
4
Max. seats
5
5
Turning circle
12 m
12.3 m (+0.3)
Curb weight
1,912 kg
2,075 kg (+163)
How each car compares with its class average
Turning circle
12 m
0 m larger turning circle than the average SUV
12.3 m
1.2 m larger turning circle than the average Sedan
Curb weight
1,912 kg
535 kg lighter than the average SUV
2,075 kg
553 kg heavier than the average Sedan
DriveSize manoeuvrability score
DriveSize manoeuvrability score combines turning circle and footprint, with turning circle weighted more heavily.
Around 100% means in line with the class average; higher scores indicate better manoeuvrability relative to similar cars.
101%
1% more manoeuvrable than the average SUV
89%
11% less manoeuvrable than the average Sedan
Parking
Will the 2018 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited or 2021 Tesla Model S fit in a standard parking space?
2018 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited parking fit score
DriveSize compares the car's width and length with typical parking-space sizes by region.
Vehicle dimensions are rounded up and available side or length clearance is rounded down.
Side clearance is based on body width excluding mirrors where available; real spaces can vary because of mirrors, walls, pillars, kerbs, bay markings, and nearby cars.
For an average USA / Canada space: body side clearance is 43.5 cm per side (excluding mirrors), and length clearance is 35.5 cm at each end.
Body side clearance (excluding mirrors)
43.5 cm
Length clearance (at each end)
35.5 cm
2021 Tesla Model S parking fit score
DriveSize compares the car's width and length with typical parking-space sizes by region.
Vehicle dimensions are rounded up and available side or length clearance is rounded down.
Side clearance is based on body width excluding mirrors where available; real spaces can vary because of mirrors, walls, pillars, kerbs, bay markings, and nearby cars.
For an average USA / Canada space: body side clearance is 38 cm per side (excluding mirrors), and length clearance is 23.5 cm at each end.
Body side clearance (excluding mirrors)
38 cm
Length clearance (at each end)
23.5 cm
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